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2021 Mitsubishi Fuso Fec9t problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2021 Mitsubishi Fuso Fec9t — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

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Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other Fec9t years?

Fec9t NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted1 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints
Fec9t NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2021 Mitsubishi Fuso Fec9t have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V585000SuspensionJuly 29, 2021 · 952 units

Defect

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Fuso FEC9T gas trucks. The front leaf spring rear-lower shackle bolts may be loose.

Consequence

Loose bolts can detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts, and replace any damaged shackles as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707.

20V646000EngineOctober 19, 2020 · 4,294 units

Defect

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FEC7T, FECZT, FEC9T vehicles. The exhaust pipe studs and nuts may not have been properly tightened.

Consequence

Loose exhaust mounting can result in hot exhaust gases leaking, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

MFTA will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the exhaust studs and nuts to the correct torque specification. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707. MFTA's number for this recall is C10114.

20V645000BrakesOctober 19, 2020 · 2,873 units

Defect

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FEC7T, FECZT, and FEC9T vehicles. The brake booster vacuum pump assembly may be affected by heat radiating off the exhaust manifold during normal engine operation. This heat can cause the diaphragm in the pump to crack, resulting in loss of vacuum in the vacuum pump.

Consequence

If loss of vacuum occurs, power brake assist may become inoperable, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the vacuum pump and install exhaust heat shields, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2021. Owners may contact MFTA customer service at 1-877-711-0707.

2021 Mitsubishi Fuso Fec9t — common questions

Is the 2021 Mitsubishi Fuso Fec9t reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2021 Mitsubishi Fuso Fec9t have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2021 Mitsubishi Fuso Fec9t. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.